A top paramilitary commander defects to Sudan's military as war enters 4th year
Summary
A high-ranking paramilitary commander in Sudan, Maj. Gen. al-Nour Ahmed Adam, left the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and joined Sudan’s army. The army chief, Gen. Abdel-Fattah Burhan, welcomed him as the war between the military and RSF entered its fourth year.Key Facts
- Maj. Gen. al-Nour Ahmed Adam, also called al-Qubba, defected from the RSF to join Sudan’s army.
- Army chief Gen. Abdel-Fattah Burhan publicly welcomed Adam and his fighters.
- Adam left the RSF due to disputes over leadership positions, especially not being made commander of North Darfur province.
- Adam brought dozens of fighters and equipment with him when joining the army.
- The RSF has not commented on Adam’s defection.
- Another senior paramilitary leader, Abu Aqla Kaikel, deserted the RSF earlier in 2024.
- The war in Sudan started in April 2023 as a conflict between the military and the RSF.
- The fighting has killed at least 59,000 people, although actual numbers are likely higher.
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